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Public 2 Year

American River College

Sacramento, California

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Overview

Enrollment

27,422
American River College overview
Location Sacramento, California
Online losrios.edu
School Type Public 2 Year
Setting Large Suburban
American River College overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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American River College is a public community college located in northeastern Sacramento, California, occupying a 153-acre suburban campus. Established in 1955 to serve the growing post-World War II population, the institution operates as part of the Los Rios Community College District. The campus features modern classroom facilities, a performing arts center, and extensive athletic fields alongside oak-studded grounds. ARC maintains a comprehensive academic program with notable strengths in nursing, automotive technology, computer information science, and funeral services, while also offering robust transfer pathways to four-year universities. The college competes in the Big 8 Conference of the California Community College Athletic Association, with particular focus on swimming, track and field, and baseball programs.

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Annual Cost to Attend

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Costs for American River College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,152
Other Fees$1,288
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $17,764
Budget for Other Expenses$4,950
Total One Year Cost$25,154

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$36,600 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by American River College students
Subject Percent of Class
Liberal Arts and Humanities 20%
Social Sciences 13%
Construction Trades 10%
Business 8%
Health Professions 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024